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    Devon Banfield

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    Dev Banfield is a reporter and columnist with Now Toronto. With a journalism diploma from Seneca College and an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and Digital Media Studies from Ontario Tech University, she has worked as a reporter for the last eight years. She began her career as an intern with 680 News, transitioning to anchoring at their sister station CityNews Calgary, before moving to GMI. Working first as the executive producer of The Brandon Gonez Show, she then moved into a reporting role with Now Toronto. Since 2023, she has penned and published Queer & Now, a 2SLGBTQ+ culture column focused on telling the stories of Canada’s queer communities 365 days a year. Banfield is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Women and Gender Studies at Carleton University, where her research focuses on women’s involvement in Jamaica’s queer liberation movement. An avid reader and writer, Banfield is passionate about queer and BIPOC issues, women’s rights, and endometriosis research.

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  • From fish and chips to tacos, this company has launched new tea flavours to help combat homesickness

    What to know A Remitly survey of over 3,100 immigrants found extremely high levels of homesickness, with Filipinos (96.15%) and South Africans (96.1%) topping the...
    An image of tea cups and a tea box alongside a traveler at Toronto airport, highlighting new tea flavors designed to ease homesickness for travelers.
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  • Ottawa is spending $8.6M to address anti-Black racism in the justice system — here’s where the money is going in Ontario

    What to know The federal government is investing $8.6 million into 24 projects advancing legal equity for Black communities through Canada’s Black Justice Strategy. Funding...
    Image shows Ottawa's historic government building with a Canadian flag, alongside a woman in a consultation, highlighting discussions on anti-Black racism initiatives in Ontario.
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  • From house parties to the Toronto Tempo: Shannyn Hill’s journey to becoming the official DJ for Canada’s first WNBA team

    What to know Shannyn Hill began DJing in 2015 as a mental health outlet, teaching herself on a laptop before investing in professional equipment during...
    Shannyn Hill, a professional DJ, performing at a Toronto event, wearing a Toronto Raptors jersey, with DJ equipment and vibrant background visuals.
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  • ‘He sure wanted me when I was at CP24,’ Heated debate over transparency bill turns personal as Ford targets critic

    What to know Premier Doug Ford is facing backlash after making a personal remark about Liberal MPP Stephanie Smyth during a heated debate on government...
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  • ‘Why is this an issue for you now?’ Mayoral hopeful Brad Bradford says Toronto is dirty, but residents have mixed feelings

    What to know Brad Bradford says Toronto is becoming visibly dirtier, pointing to areas like Union Station and arguing existing litter fines aren’t being enforced....
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  • Many Canadians set to get more money back this year thanks to this grocery tax rebate — here’s how much you could get

    What to know The 2026 Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit includes a one-time payment in June for over 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians. GST/HST...
    Woman shopping in a grocery store with Canadian currency, including bills and coins, highlighting savings and financial benefits from the grocery tax rebate.
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  • Mental health care in Canada has a gap – this new virtual clinic in Ontario is trying to fix it

    What to know About 15 per cent of Canadians access mental health services annually, but access is not experienced equally across populations 2SLGBTQ+ Canadians face...
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  • ‘It’s heartbreaking,’ Black-serving organizations say Ontario is cutting funding for vital services, ministry responds

    What to know Ontario Black-serving organizations say funding changes are reducing access to key supports like mental health care, tutoring, and family services. The BYAP...
    Woman and child having a serious conversation on a couch, highlighting concerns over funding cuts affecting Black-serving organizations in Ontario.
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  • NDP’s Avi Lewis proposes public grocery stores to cut Canadian food prices by up to 40%

    What to know Lewis outlined a proposal for public grocery stores that would be partially funded by the federal government to make groceries more affordable....
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  • Toronto Tempo tickets are on sale — and some games are still under $60

    What to know Tickets for the Toronto Tempo’s first season are now available, with some games starting as low as $30. Several matchups have already...
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  • A new space is becoming the heart of Toronto’s Church-Wellesley Village — one connection at a time

    What to know Understory has quickly become a welcoming hub in Toronto’s Church and Wellesley Village. Customers have launched community funds and support initiatives for...
    A vibrant community space in Toronto’s Church-Wellesley Village featuring colorful decor, cozy seating, and a welcoming atmosphere for social connections.
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  • Trudeau absent from Liberal convention, but his message — and critics — show up

    What to know Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau did not attend the Liberal Party’s national convention in Montreal, but delivered a video address. More than...
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  • Canada’s first WNBA team reveals its roster as fans are split on Toronto Tempo picks

    What to know The Toronto Tempo, Canada’s first WNBA team, are taking shape after a busy week that included Masai Ujiri joining the ownership group...
    An image of two female basketball players, one from Germany and the other from Connecticut, showcasing the diverse roster for Canada’s first WNBA team, Toronto Tempo.
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  • Rage bait or genius? Canada Soccer’s jersey swap targeting Italian fans sparks backlash in Toronto

    What to know Canada Soccer is hosting a jersey swap event in Toronto, inviting Italian fans to trade their kits for Canadian jerseys after Italy’s...
    Canada Soccer jersey swap sparks controversy in Toronto during match.
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  • Should Canada Post make money? NDP’s new leader Avi Lewis doesn’t think so

    What to know New NDP leader Avi Lewis says Canada Post should be treated like an essential public service, not a profit-making business. He argues...
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